The State of Legislative Immunity for Local Government Officials

Published for Coates' Canons on May 02, 2025.

In North Carolina, local officials enjoy absolute immunity from liability based on actions within the scope of their legitimate legislative functions. The same is true for federal lawmakers and members of the General Assembly. The North Carolina Court of Appeals … Read more

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